1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 2074 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lexus |
| Model | Foursome | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 66 L |
